Summer Survival Guide: The 4 things you need before hitting the beach

by Stephanie Mandel

June 23, 2016

Summer is (finally!) here! Time to hit the beach, jump into the lake, and relish all the activities we wait all year to enjoy. The sun’s out and strong, so everyone knows to stock up on sunscreen, but what about the other must-haves to make the most out of the summer season? Check out our top 4 (plus a bonus #5) must-haves to live your #bestlife this summer!

1. Bug Off!

Safety first! Whether hiking in the woods or hitting the beach, we want you to be protected against mosquitos carrying Zika and West Nile Viruses, as well as ticks carrying Lyme and other infections. Steer clear by using a non-toxic insect repellent and be sure to check yourself and loved ones for ticks. Try Buzz Away, a DEET-free natural insect repellent.

3. Protect Your Liver

The morning after feels a whole lot better when you show your liver some love. Try LiverCare, formulated with herbs that help the liver detox whatever it is you ate or drank last night.

4. The Morning After

And speaking of last night… alcohol, caffeine, sun and salt water all dehydrate the body. Energetix ReHydration supercharges water with homeopathics to make rehydrating and rebalancing electrolytes a breeze. Just add 1 dropperful to your water bottle and go!

Bonus: Boost Your Performance

For the weekend warriors out there who aren’t too interested in relaxing all weekend, ProEndorphinis formulated to deliver energy. The combination of B vitamins, amino acids, and Kola nut give a boost of energy for peak performance, enhances stamina and helps maintain endurance (at the gym or on the dance floor).

Whether you’re gearing up for beach season or traveling somewhere warm and sunny, we want to make sure you’re practicing safe sun protection. While many common brands of sunscreen contain endocrine-disrupting ingredients like triclosan, parabens, and triclosan, there is a growing number of health-conscious brands selling safer sunscreens.

For thousands of years, cultures from around the world have used the healing power of saunas. Today, we continue to recommend sauna therapy to detoxify, ease pain, for cardiovascular health, and to look and feel our best. We typically suggest sweating in a sauna for 8-10 minutes, once or even several times per week.

Water is essential for life and all of our cells rely on it to function at their best, especially when it comes to metabolism and proper elimination of toxins. Plain old water doesn’t get as much attention as other nutrients, but it really is the most simple yet significant step one can take towards better health. In fact, optimum hydration helps improve brain function, skin health, cardiovascular health, lymphatic drainage, digestive health, and urinary tract health. It’s critical for all of our body’s detoxification systems and supports detoxification year-round.